Rockhampton's Lochlan Brady goes from apprentice award finalist to winner, with a European learning trip ahead.
More Capricornia families can access bulk billed GP visits as fully participating local clinics increase to 11.
MacKillop reports 20 households nearing foster care approval and 66 more prospective carers progressing through assessment.
The new e-bike scheme caps inspection fees at $70 and includes eligible adapted electric bicycles and tricycles.
Queensland groups can apply for $2,500 reconciliation grants to hold activities during National Reconciliation Week.
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20 new foster homes within reach as urgent need continues
MacKillop reports 20 households nearing foster care approval and 66 more prospective carers progressing through assessment.
Nominate a Rockhampton community champion for 2027
Rockhampton Region residents can nominate community achievers for recognition in the 2027 Australia Day Awards.
Rockhampton ranks third for mobile phone recycling
Rockhampton residents helped place the council third in Queensland for mobile phone recycling through MobileMuster.
96 years on the farm with Colin Stracey
Colin Stracey, 96, recalls milking up to 60 cows twice daily, riding to school and a lifetime spent on the
Clarke Creek luncheon draws strong support
Hundreds gathered at Lotus Creek for Clarke Creek Pony Club’s Melbourne Cup Tour fundraiser and community luncheon.
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Central Queensland riders join Australia's leading rodeo competitors as three American stars chase another Warwick victory.
Join Fitzroy Community Hospice for two Caulfield Cup fundraisers in Rockhampton, with racing fun and a Super Sweep.
Rockhampton's Brisbane 2032 emblem reveal connects local athletes, the Fitzroy River and the city's future Games role.
Fish ‘n’ $IPS 26 adds Mount Morgan's Number 7 Dam as anglers compete across Queensland from December to January.
At just 15, Gabrielle Stewart will represent Australia in two world triathlon events in Spain later this September.
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Construction partner named for major power line works
Construction is under way on Powerlink’s Central Queensland upgrade, with Zinfra building a key transmission line.
Frenchville butcher wins six gold medals and two category titles
Rockhampton’s Frenchville Quality Meats brought home six gold medals and two category titles from the state awards.
Queensland livestock producers face rebate deadline
Queensland sheep and goat producers have until September 30 to claim rebates for electronic identification equipment.
New $1.6m hub backs start-ups and small businesses
A new $1.6 million Rockhampton hub is helping local founders gain advice, skills, contacts and funding access.
Powerlink secures major Gladstone construction contract
The contract covers a new line near Gladstone, substation upgrades and a transformer, supporting about 150 workers.
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Rockhampton's Lochlan Brady goes from apprentice award finalist to winner, with a European learning trip ahead.
More Capricornia families can access bulk billed GP visits as fully participating local clinics increase to 11.
MacKillop reports 20 households nearing foster care approval and 66 more prospective carers progressing through assessment.
The new e-bike scheme caps inspection fees at $70 and includes eligible adapted electric bicycles and tricycles.
